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Malaysia's Online Safety Act Limits Social Media for Minors

12/4/2025

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The Online Safety Act restricts social media access for users under 16.
The Act also imposes controls for users under 18.
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil announced that the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is drafting regulations.
The Act takes effect January 1, 2026, with age verification and accountability for content regulation.
The Internet Selamat Campaign will raise awareness about online safety among families.

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Story summary

The Online Safety Act restricts social media access for users under 16.
The Act also imposes controls for users under 18.
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil announced that the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is drafting regulations.
The Act takes effect January 1, 2026, with age verification and accountability for content regulation.
The Internet Selamat Campaign will raise awareness about online safety among families.